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733667-002-004-0057

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This document appears to be a communication related to a sighting reported by a JAL pilot, possibly involving Syntech International, Inc. The text is fragmented and lacks clarity, but it references FAA records and a specific sighting.
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733667-002-005-0052

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A request for information regarding a UFO sighting reported by JAL Captain Kenjyu Terauchi, sent to the FAA by Mrs. William P. Henson in 1987.
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733667-002-007-0072

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This document appears to be a correspondence related to a UFO sighting involving Japan Airlines, requesting information regarding the sighting.
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733667-002-008-0004

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A request for information regarding the investigation of the November 17, 1986 JAL cargo jet UFO sighting was sent to the FAA Anchorage office by Kevin Reardon.
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733667-002-008-0039

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A request for information regarding a UFO sighting by a Japanese airliner, dated March 5, 1987, from Robert K. Schmidt to the FAA.
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733667-002-009-0030

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This document appears to be a request for information regarding a UAP sighting by Japanese authorities, specifically referencing a sighting on October 26. The text is fragmented and contains several typographical errors.
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733667-002-009-0056

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
A request for information regarding a UFO sighting from November 17, 1986, sent to the Federal Aviation Administration by William Zirkel.
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733667-002-010-0027

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A request for information regarding a UFO sighting made by an airplane pilot, as mentioned in a Paul Harvey report.
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237UAP00017

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A Skywatch Incident Report detailing a sighting of an unidentified flying object (UFO) by the pilot of United Airlines flight UAL976 on August 19, 2012, near GAI.
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237UAP00567

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
On October 28, 2023, American Airlines flight AAL2928 reported a UAP sighting while flying at FL350 near Lynchburg, VA. The aircraft observed three bright lights without taking evasive action. FedEx flight 1402 also reported a similar UAP sighting.
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595553

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
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733667-001-003-0026

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A letter from the FAA Public Affairs Officer, Paul Steucke, to Philip J. Klass regarding the JAL flight 1626 UFO sighting in Alaska. The letter discusses the sharing of radar data and the FAA's commitment to transparency about the incident.
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733667-001-003-0034

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This document discusses a UFO sighting reported by the crew of a Japan Airlines flight on November 17, 1986. The pilot, co-pilot, and flight engineer observed a stream-like radar target that was interpreted as a UFO, which was later suggested to be an echo from ice crystals. The FAA made data regarding the incident available, countering claims of government …
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733667-001-011-0001

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This document is a memorandum from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration regarding the sighting of unidentified air traffic by the crew of Japan Airlines flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. It is intended for distribution among regional facility managers and staff officers.
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733667-001-011-0021

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document contains a conversation between crew members discussing their sighting of an unidentified object approximately seven to eight miles away, with references to radar contact and visual confirmation by the entire crew.
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733667-001-011-0045

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a personal statement from Captain Kenju Terauchi regarding the sighting of unidentified aerial phenomena during Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. The statement describes the positioning of unidentified ships in relation to the aircraft and the visual conditions during the sighting.
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733667-001-024-0001

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This document details an interview conducted with the flight crew of Japan Air Lines flight 1628 regarding their sighting of unidentified aerial phenomena while en route to Tokyo via Anchorage, Alaska. The interviews were held by FAA officials in response to the reported sighting.
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Sighting of Unconventional Aircraft

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A CIA report detailing a sighting of an unconventional aircraft by a group of US nationals traveling by train in Azerbaijan SSR on October 4, 1955. The object was described as a triangular shape with lights, launching in a manner similar to a missile.
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733667-001-024-0005

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A cargo aircraft captain reported seeing irregular pulsating lights that he believed to be a UFO while flying over Alaska. The FAA concluded that the lights were likely caused by atmospheric conditions.
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UAP D009 FD 302 67 Northeastern Orb Sighting 2026

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This document details an interview conducted by the FBI regarding a UAP sighting in February 2026. The witness observed two red orbs in their backyard, which exhibited unusual movement and characteristics, including a central 'white plasma sun'. A video of the sighting was captured and is included as an attachment.